MV FreeSpirit cruise boat near the Forster bridge on Wallis Lake, Forster NSW

Wallis Lake Cruises, Forster

Sit back and enjoy a guided cruise on one of NSW's most beautiful lake systems. Dolphins, scenic waterways and great company — no driving required.

Guided Cruises on Wallis Lake

If you'd rather sit back and enjoy the scenery than navigate yourself, our guided lake cruises are the perfect option. Wallis Lake is genuinely beautiful — calm, clear water, abundant wildlife and a relaxed pace of life that's hard to find anywhere else.

The Discovery Lunch Cruise aboard MV FreeSpirit offers table service lunch and a well-stocked licensed bar, with wildlife commentary and beautiful views across Wallis Lake.

Cruise schedule and pricing: Cruise availability and times are managed through our booking system. Please contact us or check availability online for current schedules.

Available Cruises

MV FreeSpirit cruise boat on Wallis Lake with dolphins visible in the water, Forster NSW
Sit back and relax
No Licence

Discovery Lunch Cruise

Cruise the pristine waters of Wallis Lake aboard MV FreeSpirit. Enjoy a freshly prepared 2-course lunch with table service and a well-stocked licensed bar. A wonderful option if you prefer to sit back, relax and let someone else do the navigating. The cruise explores the lake wildlife and scenic highlights.

Capacity — contact us
From A$0 / Ages 0-3
MV FreeSpirit cruise boat on Wallis Lake with dolphins visible at the bow, Forster NSW

Wildlife of Wallis Lake

Wallis Lake has a resident population of bottlenose dolphins — sightings are common year-round. You may also spot osprey eagles, sea turtles and a wide variety of bird life. Whale watching tours run seasonally offshore.

Wildlife sightings are part of a natural experience — numbers and species cannot be guaranteed. Our local team can advise the best areas to head to for wildlife encounters.

Cruise FAQs

Boatshed Number One is at 1 Little Street, Forster NSW 2428, directly on the waterfront of Wallis Lake. Our day-hire boats, BBQ pontoons, kayaks and SUPs depart from this location.
Yes. We have five self-drive BBQ pontoon boats on Wallis Lake, with options for groups of up to 15 guests. BBQ boats include the equipment listed on each product page, and no boat licence is required.
Our BBQ pontoon fleet includes boats for groups of up to 11, 12 or 15 guests, depending on the boat. The individual product details show each confirmed capacity so you can choose the right option for your group.
Yes. Wallis Lake is calm and sheltered, and families are welcome on our hire boats. We provide safety gear in a range of sizes and a full briefing before departure — we make sure everyone is comfortable before you leave the dock. Children must wear life jackets on the water at all times, no exceptions. Please let us know the ages and number of children when booking so we have the right sizes ready.
Every hire includes the applicable safety equipment and a full briefing before departure — we do not send anyone out unprepared. BBQ boats also include their listed BBQ equipment, while inclusions such as fuel, shade, seating and swim ladders vary by boat and are shown on each product card.

Book a Wallis Lake Cruise

Check availability online to see current cruise schedules and pricing, then book in minutes. Call us if you need help choosing — but please check availability first so we know your dates.

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